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Wayfinding Internal
Keep it simple is the golden rule when devising Internal wayfinding strategies.
The density of signage will very much depend on the building’s use. In many corporate headquarters, visitors will be accompanied by personnel, so the need for directional signage is minimal. A public building such as a law court, will require a very different approach with a much greater density of directional signage.
In all cases, however, the amount of directional signs needs to be appropriate. A common mistake is to overkill and, invariably, the system will simply confuse visitors, leading to a very negative experience.
The “building blocks” of directional signage would typically be:
- a building directory
- lift lobby directories
- stairwell level indicators
- wall or ceiling mounted directional signs
- departmental signs
- through to final destination such as a door/room sign
- or a nameplate on a workstation.
Modular wayfinding signage systems
A well proven and highly effective method to achieve a successful wayfinding strategy is the use of modular sign systems, which were designed with just this application in mind. Cobal has a number of such systems that can be used to provide a coherent and consistent approach.
One final point to stress involves the consideration of DDA signage. Cobal can easily incorporate both Braille and tactile elements into the signage.
